CNC Operator

The Eastern Company; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Eberhard Manufacturing is seeking a skilled CNC Operator in Strongsville, OH. The role involves setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes, verifying parts against drawings and specifications, and maintaining a safe, organized work cell.

Responsibilities include adjusting CNC controls, loading materials, and performing routine inspections to ensure quality. A high school diploma with CNC training and 2+ years of CNC experience are preferred, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with CNC training or equivalent experience.
• 2 years CNC machining or laser operation experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret prints and quality specifications.
• Willingness to learn and improve the department.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes in a work cell.
• Make adjustments to CNC controls to conform to specifications.
• Load materials and tooling; move and store as needed for the cell.
• Inspect finished parts for conformance to prints and specs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area following 5S practices.

Skills

CNC Machining

Print Reading

Safety Compliance

Machine Setup

Quality Control

Education

High School Diploma with CNC training

2 years CNC machining or laser operation

Tools

Argo Seiki Processing Machine

Lift Truck Operation

CNC Control Reading

Job description

Description

CNC Operator

Eberhard Overview:

Eberhard is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of engineered security access solutions, recognized worldwide for our commitment to innovation and quality. Guided by our vision to be the First Choice for secure access solutions globally, we deliver on a mission rooted in a proud tradition of engineered excellence – to grow, elevate, and inspire our team and customers by providing innovative, reliable solutions and world-class experiences, while maximizing value for our shareholders. At the heart of our culture are our “CARE” values: Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, which shape how we work together and serve our partners every day. With strategic operations across the USA, Mexico, China, and Taiwan, Eberhard is proud to be a division of The Eastern Company (Nasdaq: EML), continuing a legacy of industrial leadership since 1859. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and growth-focused workplace that makes Eberhard a top global employer of choice.

Role Description:

The CNC Operator is responsible for setting up and operating CNC Mill and Lathe machines.

Core Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC Machine in a work cell environment.
• Make adjustments as required on CNC Machine Control to conform to all quality and print specifications and instructions given with each work order.
• Move Store and Load machines with material and associated tooling within or required for the work cell.
• Produce samples for engineering or short run production as required.
• Feeds metal parts into the machine for a specific bend to be placed in it
• Programs the Laser for specifics of part cutting
• Loads metal sheets and removes skeletons once cuts are completed
• Cleans scrap area
• Add coolant into CNC Mill & Lathe machine at beginning of shift
• Cuts bars to specifics for job
• Loads bars into lathers for cutting
• Do safety inspection on Laser Crane daily
• Maintain and monitor machine performance as instructed and perform regular scheduled preventive maintenance that is assigned to the operator.
• Inspect all work to insure conformance to all specifications.
• Maintain a clean safe and efficient department by following 5S lean principles as a daily part of job performance (Sort, Simplify, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain)

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

• Understanding of difference in materials used in manufacturing
• Willingness to make useful suggestions and grow department
• Set up and operate CNC Machine in a work cell environment.
• High School Graduate with 2 years CNC machining or laser operation
• 2 years of experience in operating a CNC Machine desired
• Any machining or training school certificates demonstrating proficiency desired

Minimum Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Operator will be trained on Argo Seiki Processing Machine. Training will be done on any new equipment such as a future CNC Machine used in machining parts.
• Operator must have a good working knowledge of CNC Control operation in order to make necessary adjustments to set up and maintain machines in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operator must be qualified to operate material handling equipment such as a lift truck and hoist to move and store materials within or needed for work cell operation.
• Operator must be able to read and understand prints and quality specifications and use measuring devices to measure and ensure conformance to specifications.

Employment with Eberhard Manufacturing is “at-will”, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, in accordance with Ohio law.

Eberhard Manufacturing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, genetic history information, or protected veteran status.